Strength classes in Shefford
Twelve strength classes a week, from compound lifting to glute focused sessions and kettlebell work. The instructors include an IFBB Professional and a powerlifter currently ranked 3rd in the UK, so the coaching is a long way from someone counting reps at you. Every class is mixed ability with options throughout.
The strength classes we run
Powerhouse
A full body strength class built around mastering the key compound movements. The focus is on getting genuinely stronger and finishing with a serious full body pump, and you can expect plenty of intensity and a fast paced session throughout. Thursday evenings with Kelise.
Glute Club and Strong & Sculpt
Glute Club works the glutes and hamstrings using higher reps, resistance bands and ankle weights, with controlled movements throughout. Strong & Sculpt is a full body session mixing lighter and heavier weights, using time under tension to build strength and definition. Both run on Wednesday mornings with Jennie.
Lower Body Club
Legs, glutes and lower body, with squats, lunges, pulses, resistance work and plenty of glute focused movement. It runs 3 times a week with a different instructor each time, so the sessions never feel like a repeat.
Kettlebell Club
Full body strength and conditioning with kettlebells, set to music. Donna demonstrates every movement and helps you pick a weight that suits, so beginners are genuinely welcome. Wednesday evenings.
Women's Lift Club
An energised full body session with cardio, circuits and strength to music, for women who want a challenge and a laugh in a room where they feel confident. Saturday mornings with Gabriella.
Teen Strength Club
A strength class built for 13 to 17 year olds, coached by an instructor qualified to train adolescents. Friday afternoons with Kelise.
Who teaches strength
Tap any name to see what they teach and what to expect in their classes.
Jennie Bliss
Strength and Pilates
- Glute Club
- Strong & Sculpt
Personal Trainer and Reformer Pilates instructor, coaching for over 10 years. Competed in bodybuilding and at 40 became the first woman in the UK to earn IFBB Professional status in the USA.
Glute Club
Glutes and hamstrings using higher reps, resistance bands and ankle weights. Controlled, focused movements throughout. Suitable for all levels, so you can work at your own pace.
Strong & Sculpt
A full body workout using a mix of lighter and heavier weights. Controlled movement and time under tension to build strength and muscle definition.
Has a serious sweet tooth. Once the chocolate is open, it is game over.
Kelise Harrington
Strength and powerlifting
- Lower Body Club
- Powerhouse
- Morning Lift
- Teen Strength Club
- Vibes Ride
Lower Body Club
Building strong legs and glutes with core work mixed in. Heavy focus on technique and form while you learn new exercises and pick up tips and tricks along the way. Fast paced and intense.
Powerhouse
A full body strength class built around mastering the key compound movements. Getting stronger, and finishing with a serious full body pump. Expect plenty of intensity, new exercises and a fast paced session.
Currently number 3 in the UK in women's powerlifting at 24, recently earned Pro Powerlifter status, and in prep for her next professional competition.
Donna Oneil
Spin, dance and strength
- Vibes Ride
- DanceFit
- Kettlebell Club
- Lower Body Club
Keiser Cycle, Zumba, Exercise to Music, Advanced Fitness Instructor, Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training, Boxercise and Kettlercise.
Vibes Ride
An energetic, music-filled workout on the bike. Donna talks you through the whole class and explains everything as it comes, so there's nothing to worry about if it's your first time. You control your own resistance and intensity, which makes it work for beginners and regulars alike.
DanceFit
A fun, upbeat workout using simple dance moves with some Latin American ones thrown in. Great music, plenty of energy, and you don't need to be a dancer. The routines are easy to follow and you can just enjoy moving to the music.
Kettlebell Club
Full body strength and conditioning with kettlebells, to music. Strength, fitness, balance and coordination across a range of exercises. Donna demonstrates every movement and helps you pick a weight that suits, so beginners are welcome. Expect to work hard, but you can go at your own pace.
Lower Body Club
A targeted workout to music focusing on legs, glutes and core, mostly bodyweight with some dumbbells added in. Squats, lunges, core work and plenty of exercises to strengthen and tone. You work at a level that suits you, whether you're a complete beginner or well past that.
From South Africa, and a British Army veteran.
Charlie Newton
Core and lower body
- Lunch Crunch
- Lower Body Club
Lunch Crunch
An energising midday workout to strengthen and tone the abs and core. A mix of targeted core exercises, dynamic movements and challenging holds to fire up the whole midsection. Suitable for all fitness levels, and you'll leave ready to take on the rest of the day.
Lower Body Club
Legs, glutes and lower body. Squats, lunges, pulses, resistance exercises and plenty of glute focused moves to build strength, tone and definition. Suitable for all fitness levels, and your legs will know about it.
Runs for fun.
Gabriella Dilley
Strength and hybrid training
- VIBESROX
- Women's Lift Club
Level 2 Gym Instruction, Level 3 Personal Training, Class Instructor, and qualified to train adolescents.
Gabriella brings motivation, challenge, energy and enthusiasm, and makes a point of everyone being comfortable in the room.
VIBESROX
A fun, intense full body workout that builds strength and endurance together. Cardio, circuits, strength and conditioning, all to music. If you're after a Hyrox style workout, this is the one.
Women's Lift Club
An energised full body workout with cardio, circuits and strength to music. For the ladies who want a challenge and a laugh, in a room where you can feel confident.
Loves a challenge.
Wayne Mackerness
Strength and conditioning
- Morning Burn
- Morning Lift
- Sunday Sweat
Personal Trainer for 5 years, teaching outdoor fitness classes for the last 3. Currently studying to become a Health and Wellbeing Coach.
Morning Burn
The first class of the week at 6.15am, and it will wake you up. Conditioning work to get the heart rate going and shake the weekend off, with Wayne keeping it friendly and supportive whatever level you are at, and room to push harder if that is what you came for. You should leave energised and ready to take on the day.
Morning Lift
The midweek one, and this time the focus is strength. Working through the main movements to build strength you can use outside the room. Wayne makes sure everyone is comfortable with the weight they're on, and there's always the option to go heavier once you're ready for it.
Sunday Sweat
A later start and a full body session to finish the week off. Same friendly, energetic approach, and a good one whether you're rounding off a solid week or making up for one.
40, a dad of three, and a big fan of sprinting. He likes the speed, power and challenge of it, and is always looking to push himself further.
Prices
Pay as you go from £10.99 for Vibes Gym members and £12.99 for everyone else, or buy a 5 or 10 class pack and pay less per class. You do not need a gym membership to book.
Common questions
I have never lifted weights before. Where do I start?
Lower Body Club or Glute Club are the gentlest ways in, since they use lighter loads and higher reps. Powerhouse is the most technical, so it is worth having a few classes behind you first. Tell the instructor it is your first one and they will keep an eye on you.
Do I need to already be strong?
Not remotely. Every class is mixed ability and the weights are yours to choose, so a beginner and a regular can do the same session at completely different loads without it being obvious.
What is the difference between the strength classes?
Powerhouse is compound lifting. Glute Club and Lower Body Club are lower body focused. Strong & Sculpt is full body with mixed weights. Kettlebell Club is conditioning with kettlebells. Women's Lift Club is a women only session mixing strength and circuits.
Is there a class for teenagers?
Yes. Teen Strength Club runs on Friday afternoons for 13 to 17 year olds, coached by an instructor qualified to train adolescents.
What should I bring?
Water, a towel and trainers. All the equipment is provided.
Do I need a Vibes Gym membership?
No. Anyone can book. Vibes Gym members pay less per class, but membership is not required.
Find us
Address
Vibes Studio
3E St Francis Way
Shefford, Bedfordshire
SG17 5DZ
Parking: use the Morrisons car park, under a minute's walk and free for 2 hours.
Get in touch
01462 514474
WhatsApp us
hello@vibesstudio.com
2 doors down from Vibes Gym on the same estate.